Dear Future Person, I Am Not Ashamed

I did nothing wrong. I didn't do something to deserve this kind of poverty, it just happened. I want you to know that. My mom escaped an abusive boyfriend who hurt all three of us, because she decided she'd rather live alone then put her children in jeopardy again. She was hurt, and traumatized, and … Continue reading Dear Future Person, I Am Not Ashamed

Reverse Psychology Is a Bitch Ain’t It?

I Promised you when I started this website it wasn't going to be easy to read. It wasn't going to be comfortable to be a part of the world that I grew up in, but I did it, and now all I have left are the stories that remind me that I've had a truly … Continue reading Reverse Psychology Is a Bitch Ain’t It?

#LMBGWriterSpotlight @KSHernandez2

KS is one of those rare voices you feel lucky enough to know. While they're telling you all about their favorite writers, you become enamored with the fact that you're listening to one of YOUR favorite writers tell you what's important to them, like friends do. It's shocking to realize that someone you can legit … Continue reading #LMBGWriterSpotlight @KSHernandez2

Exciting News About Stay Lifted Sis

I honestly didn't think I'd want to do my podcast again, but this time I'm doing it with two of the coolest people on the planet, and I am super excited to share them with you. Nada Chehade is a Palestinian woman who grew up in the UAE and lives in Montreal Canada. Nada is … Continue reading Exciting News About Stay Lifted Sis

Mental Health: Let’s Talk About It

With Bell Let's Talk coming up in a couple of weeks, and Survivor's Connection coming up just after that, I thought now would be a good time to discuss how to discuss the fact that you or someone you love may have mental health issues. The first thing that is important to understand is that … Continue reading Mental Health: Let’s Talk About It